My anxiety has gotten worst after my separation

Mental health
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I FEEL LIKE I AM LOSING CONTROL OF MY MIND AND BODY. i feel like im shivering most times and feel weak. the doctor said that the ativan is addictive so he took me off it but that was my safe haven. he started me on antidepressants today but i feel awful i can really use some advice

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I am very sorry you are going through this. anxiety is awful and I know how it feels. I’ve had it for over 30 years.
When you are feeling that awful, you really need to try and relax your mind as much as possible.
something that’s really important in managing this is proper breathing technique. Go to YouTube and search for mindfulness breathing guided meditation 10 minutes. It helps you get a grip on this. another one is called don’t panic.
Another thing I do is search for a meditation for anxiety.
One that is very calming is called ITS OK BY Lauren . I listen to that one a lot.
there are so many other ones also! I usually end up falling asleep listening to them.
i found that the antidepressants just made me feel weird but it works on some people. Another thing I do is stay busy so that I don’t sit and think too much. That increases my anxiety.
Make sure you have a support system like family, friends, and if not, consider counseling. This is very difficult to do by yourself.
Some days will be better than others but just take one day at a time. We are here for you! :heart::heart::heart:

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Ativan is notorious for rebound anxiety.

It definitely sounds like you’re experiencing some of that. Give the anti-depressants time to work. You’re going to get through this. I promise.

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THANK YOU SO MUCH,

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THANK YOU I APPRECIATE THIS

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Hello Mandy
i was in a same situation a few years ago . im on ativan and zoloft 25 mg. As you i was scare of taking antidepresant but after 3 months i gave it a try and i feel better snd i have no need for the Ativan i hope you feel better

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Have you heard about [CBD tea](https://happytea.com/
)? It helps to remove anxiety and not harmful at all.

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i am shaky most of the time when i get anxious. was feeling so badly today, weakness and shaking. the doctor said im depressed. i am really scared and really need someone who has experienced this to help me through it.